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jman1234

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The following ruling came about due to which court case? Use of deadly force to prevent the escape of all felony suspects, whatever the circumstances, is constitutionally unreasonable.
 
  A) The case of Rodney King
  B) Tennessee v. Garner
  C) Scott v Harris
  D) Miranda v. Arizona

Question 2

What was the historical fleeing felon rule?
 
  A) It said that officers could use deadly force against any felon who tried to flee
  B) It said that officers could only use deadly force against a felon who resisted, not one who fled
  C) It said that officers could use their discretion when dealing with a fleeing felon
  D) It said that officers should assess the threat a felon posed to them or the public


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Answer to Question 1

Answer: B

Answer to Question 2

Answer: A



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Both answers were spot on, thank you once again




 

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